Anti-slip bedding device

ABSTRACT

A device to attach to bedding to hold them in place and prevent them from slipping off the bed is disclosed. It eliminates the problem of having to lift a mattress to attach our device to keep the bedding from slipping or sliding off the bed. It attaches to the bedding and then attaches to the bed leg or frame which holds the bedding in place. Additionally, it uses a much stronger adjustable clip and a much stronger latex tubing with exceptional strength and flexibility.

BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

The invention relates to bedding clips and more specifically to devicesfor restraining bedding that are specifically adapted to secure thebedding to the base, frame or leg of the bed. The presently describeddevices keep bedding, including sheets and blankets, from sliding orslipping off a bed mattress in a more effective manner than existingbedding clips. As used herein, bedding includes sheets, pillow cases,blankets, duvets, quilts and the like.

All bedding grips, bands, suspenders or straps currently on the marketrequire the mattress to be lifted up in order to secure to the sheets orbedding. They typically fit underneath the mattress and attach thesheets to one another at the corners of the mattress. Additionally, theclips currently on the market are not as strong or durable since theyare designed to be underneath the mattress and are generally made of aflat elastic material.

The presently described kits, devices and methods eliminate the need tolift a mattress to secure bedding to a bed. In use, the devices claimedand described attaches to the bedding and then attaches to the bed leg,rail or frame to hold the bedding in place. A much stronger means forattaching to bedding is employed as well and flat elastic materials areavoided.

SUMMARY OF THE INVENTION

These and other objects are addressed by the invention described herein.

In one embodiment, an anti-slip bedding kit includes at least one meansfor attaching to bedding; at least one means for attaching to at leastone of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg; and at least one flexible cordhaving a first end and a second end; whereby the cord includes a meansfor attaching the cord to the means for attaching to bedding is disposedabout a first end of the cord; and a means for attaching the cord to themeans for attaching to at least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed legis disposed about the second end of the cord.

In a more specific embodiment, an anti-slip bedding kit includes a latexcord having a first end and a second end; a hook disposed about thefirst end of the cord, and a clip disposed about the second end of thecord, an adjustable cable tie adapted to removably engage the clip,disposed about the second end of the cord; and a clip adapted to attachthe bedding, whereby the clip is adapted to removably attach to the hookdisposed about the first end of the cord.

In yet another embodiment, anti-slip bedding device is described thatincludes a latex cord having a first end and a second end, a hookdisposed about the first end of the cord, and a snap comprising anaperture disposed about the second end of the cord, an adjustable cabletie removably attached to the clip disposed about the second end of thecord; and a clip adapted to attach to bedding removably attached to thehook disposed about the first end of the cord.

In another embodiment, methods for restraining bedding are provided thatinclude the steps of attaching a first end of the devices describedherein at one end to bedding and attaching a second end of the device ofclaim 11 to at least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE FIGURES

FIG. 1 is an illustrative embodiment of the kit of the invention.

FIG. 2 is an exemplary embodiment of one device of the invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION OF THE INVENTION

The anti-slip bedding kits 1 described and claimed herein include threeindividual components that are packaged and delivered for assembly by anend user. Those components include at least one of a means for attachingto bedding 2, a flexible cord 8 having a first end 4 and a second end 6,at least one means 10 for attaching to at least one of a bed frame, bedrail or bed leg, whereby cord 8 comprises at least one means 12 forattaching the cord to the means for attaching to bedding 2, disposedabout a first end 4 of cord 8, and a means 14 for attaching cord 8 tomeans 10 for attaching to at least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bedleg, disposed about the second end 6 of cord 8.

Means 2 is adapted to grasp various thickness of bedding. Means 2 isalso adapted in specific embodiments of the invention for a pivotal andremovable attachment to cord 8 via means 12. This pivotal attachment isimportant so that different types of bedding may be secured using theinvention. Means 2 may be any means for attaching to bedding, but in aspecific embodiment is an adjustable clamp or clip. The adjustable clipmay, in specific embodiments, comprise an aperture for attaching tomeans 12.

Sheet grips, bands, suspenders or straps currently on the market requirethe mattress to be lifted up in order to secure the sheets or bedding.The devices typically fit underneath the mattress and are attached tothe sheets at the corners of the mattress. The claimed methods, kits anddevice, however, are used differently. The means 2 for attaching to thebedding is used to secure the device to bedding by removably securingthe bedding within the means 2, which in most cases entail place a partof the bedding with means 2 and tightening mean 2. The means 10 forattaching to at least one of a bed frame, bed rail, or bed leg isremovably attached to cord 8 via attachment means 14, which in somecases entails threading mean 10 through an aperture in means 14, thenmeans 10 is wrapped around the bed frame, bed rail or bed leg andadjusted in size to provide the desired bedding tension.

Cord 8 has a structure sufficient to withstand the stretching causedwhen the bedding is pulled or moved. In a specific embodiment of theinvention, cord 8 is made of an elastic material.

The devices of the invention include each component if the kits 2,however, the components are already assembled for use prior to packagingand delivery to the consumer. As such, the devices comprise at least oneof a means for attaching to bedding 2 removably attached to a first end4 of a flexible cord 8, cord 8 having a first end 4 and a second end 6,at least one means for attaching to at least one of a bed frame, bedrail or bed leg 10 removably attached to a second end 6 of cord 8 andwhereby cord 8 comprises at least one means 12 for attaching the cord tothe means for attaching to bedding 2, disposed about a first end 4 ofcord 8 and a means 14 for attaching cord 8 to means 10 for attaching toat least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg, disposed about thesecond end 6 of cord 8.

In another specific embodiment of the invention, means 10 is a cabletie. In a more specific embodiment of the invention means 10 is a nyloncable tie.

In illustrative embodiments of the invention described herein, the kits2 and devices comprise a strong durable clip 2 with a threaded rod 8that is adapted to clip securely on the bedding. Any means for secureand removable attachment to bedding may be employed in accordance withthe invention, including, but not limited to a clip. Similarly, cord 8may also be any cord that is flexible including a plastic or latex rodor tube, as well as a threaded rod. Other suitable materials includerubber, latex, plastic or fabric. In alternative embodiments of theinvention, clip 8 is attached to latex tubing 8, which is then connectedto either the bed frame or leg. The anti-slip bedding kits and devicesclaimed do not attach one part of the sheets to or bedding to another.Rather, the sheets are secured directed to the bed frame or the legs ofthe bed. The combination of clip 2 and the elastic latex tubing 8 allowsthe bedding to move, but not slip or slide off the mattress. There is anadditional benefit to those unable to lift the mattress as the anti-slipbedding devices claimed can also be attached to the bedding withouthaving to raise the mattress.

While cord 8 may be made of many flexible materials, it is important tonote that certain materials are not suitable for use in the presentinvention. In fact, a flat elastic strap is not suitable for use as cord8. Flat elastic straps are not suitable for us in the invention becausethey do not allow for much movement of the bedding before either theclips come loose or the elastic strap breaks.

In one specific embodiment of the invention, adjustable clip isconnected to the bedding or sheet. A section of latex tubing with a snapat one is attached to the adjustable clip. At the opposite end of thelatex tubing is an eyebolt. Through the small hole of the eyebolt alength of nylon cable tie is inserted and then the tie is connectedaround the bed frame or leg. The bedding is now held in place by theadjustable clip which is connected to the bed leg or frame by a flexiblelatex tubing allowing for movement of the bedding but prevents thebedding from coming off the bed.

One skilled in the art would know how to make and use the inventionusing what is well-known along with this specification. One meansincludes manufacturing or finding a snap and terminal end that could beattached to a predetermined length of latex tubing used as cord 8.Instead of having the snap, employed as means 14, attached to theadjustable clip, or means 2, it could be attached to the plastic strap,employed as cord 8, which is connected to the bed frame or bed leg. Thelatex tubing acting as cord 8 could be attached to the adjustable clip,or means 2, by several other known methods. One could insert the tubingin the hole of the clip, or means 2, and tie a knot in the tubing orcord 8, to hold it in place. An expansion bolt used in the auto industrycould also be used to hold trim in place.

The bedding would hang down from the bed. The claimed devices and kitswould be attached to the bed leg or frame using means 10. Means 2 wouldthen be attached to the bedding high enough up so when means 14 ishooked to means 2, there is sufficient tension to hold the bedding inplace. With this invention there is no need to raise or lift up themattress as the device attaches only to the bedding and the bed.

Other uses of the kids and devices of the invention are contemplated.The kits and devices could be employed to hold all types of fabricmaterial in place. For example, to hold picnic tablecloths in place. Inthose embodiments, means 10 would be removably attached to the leg orbase of the table holding the tablecloth. The kits and devices couldalso be used to hold boat tarps or automobile covers in place and as aflexible strap to keep things from moving or shifting. Those of skill inthe art would be able to make and use these various embodiments usingthe present specification, along with what is already well-known in theart. Other obvious variations are contemplated and meant to be withinthe scope of this invention.

What is claimed:
 1. An anti-slip bedding kit comprising: at least onemeans for attaching to bedding; at least one means for attaching to atleast one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg; and at least one flexiblecord having a first end and a second end; whereby the cord comprises ameans for attaching the cord to the means for attaching to bedding isdisposed about a first end of the cord; and a means for attaching thecord to the means for attaching to at least one of a bed frame, bed railor bed leg is disposed about the second end of the cord.
 2. The kit ofclaim 1 wherein the means for attaching to bedding is an adjustableclip.
 3. The kit of claim 2 wherein the cord is made of latex.
 4. Thekit of claim 1 wherein the means for attaching to at least one of atleast one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg is a cable tie.
 5. The kitof claim 1 wherein the means for attaching the cord to the means forattaching to at least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg comprisesan aperture therethrough, the aperture being specifically adapted toaccept the means for attaching to a bed frame, bed rail or bed legtherethrough.
 6. The kit of claim 1 wherein the means for attaching toat least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg is adjustable in size.7. The kit of claim 1 wherein the means for attaching to at least one ofa bed frame, bed rail or bed leg is adapted to adjust tension within thecord based upon user preference.
 8. The kit of claim 1 wherein the meansfor attaching the cord to the means for attaching to bedding disposedabout a first end of the cord comprises a hook.
 9. The kit of claim 2wherein the means for attaching the cord to the means for attaching toat least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg disposed about thesecond end of the cord comprises a clip.
 10. An anti-slip bedding kitcomprising: a latex cord having a first end and a second end; a hookdisposed about the first end of the cord, and a clip disposed about thesecond end of the cord, an adjustable cable tie adapted to removablyengage the clip disposed about the second end of the cord; and a clipadapted to attach the bedding, whereby the clip is adapted to removablyattach to the hook disposed about the first end of the cord.
 11. Ananti-slip bedding device comprising: a means for attaching to beddingremovably attached to a first end of a flexible cord, the cord having afirst end and a second end; a means for attaching to at least one of abed frame, bed rail or bed leg removably attached to a second end of thecord; and whereby the cord comprises: a means for attaching the cord tothe means for attaching to bedding, disposed about a first end of thecord; and a means for attaching the cord to the means for attaching toat least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg, disposed about thesecond end of the cord.
 12. The device of claim 11 wherein the means forattaching to bedding is a clip.
 13. The device of claim 12 wherein theclip is an adjustable clip.
 14. The device of claim 11 wherein the meansfor attaching to at least one of at least one of a bed frame, bed railor bed leg is a cable tie.
 15. The device of claim 11 wherein the meansfor attaching the cord to the means for attaching to at least one of abed frame, bed rail or bed leg comprises an aperture therethrough, theaperture being specifically adapted to accept the means for attaching toa bed frame, bed rail or bed leg therethrough.
 16. The device of claim11 wherein the means for attaching to at least one of a bed frame, bedrail or bed leg is adapted to adjust tension within the cord based uponuser preference.
 17. The device of claim 11 wherein the means forattaching the cord to the means for attaching to bedding disposed abouta first end of the cord comprises a hook.
 18. The device of claim 11wherein the means for attaching the cord to the means for attaching toat least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg comprises a clip. 19.An anti-slip bedding device comprising: a latex cord having a first endand a second end; a hook disposed about the first end of the cord, and asnap comprising an aperture disposed about the second end of the cord,an adjustable cable tie removably attached to the clip disposed aboutthe second end of the cord; and a clip adapted to attach to beddingremovably attached to the hook disposed about the first end of the cord.20. A method for restraining bedding comprising: attaching a first endof the device of claim 1 to bedding and attaching a second end of thedevice of claim 11 to at least one of a bed frame, bed rail or bed leg.